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Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk
Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk

Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk

$20,000

Frnech. Art Deco Macassar Elegant Writing Desk

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Frnech Art Deco writing desk with beautiful Macassar wood. The desk has a shaped top held by four tapered and channeled legs. having three drawer with a center keyed draw. Lock works...

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Macassar

Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk
Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk

Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk

$2,416Sale Price|58% Off

Italian Empire Style Elegant Writing Desk

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Introducing this elegant Italian desk dating back to the 20th century. An extremely refined desk, inspired by the Empire style. Featuring a linear design with black ebonized column ...

Category

20th Century Italian Empire Desks

Materials

Bronze

Italian Louis XV Style Elegant Writing Desk
Italian Louis XV Style Elegant Writing Desk

Italian Louis XV Style Elegant Writing Desk

$2,227Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Louis XV Style Elegant Writing Desk

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant Italian desk dating back to the second half of the 20th century. An extremely refined desk, inspired by the Louis XV style. Featuring a captivating design wi...

Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Desks

Materials

Bronze

Italian Early 20th Century Elegant Writing Desk in Walnut Veneer
Italian Early 20th Century Elegant Writing Desk in Walnut Veneer

Italian Early 20th Century Elegant Writing Desk in Walnut Veneer

$2,899

Italian Early 20th Century Elegant Writing Desk in Walnut Veneer

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant desk dating back to the early 20th century. This extremely refined walnut veneer desk, inspired by the English Chippendale style, exudes elegance and lightnes...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Chippendale Desks

Materials

Walnut

Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk
Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk

Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk

$10,108 / item

Classic by Carpanelli Zebrano Writing Desk

By Carpanelli

Located in Desio, IT

The structure of this elegant writing desk is solid wood plated with cherry-wood, zebrano, briar-wood and other precious woods.

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Walnut Neoclassical Writing Desk / Console Table
Italian Walnut Neoclassical Writing Desk / Console Table

Italian Walnut Neoclassical Writing Desk / Console Table

$2,672

Italian Walnut Neoclassical Writing Desk / Console Table

Located in Viterbo, VT

Overall this is a beautiful, simple, yet elegant writing desk that could also be placed as an entryway console table.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950
Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950

Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950

$4,349

Louis XV-Style Writing Desk with Leather Top and Bronze Mounts, 1950

Located in Barntrup, DE

There is a stamped signature on the side of one drawer. This elegant writing desk is a charming addition to any room.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose
Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose

Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose

$34,859

Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose

Located in Cesena, FC

Elegant Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out writing surface, inlaid on the top with a compass rose.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Maple

English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s
English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s

English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s

$2,556

English Oak Writing Desk with Raised Gallery and Drawers, 1930s

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant writing desk crafted in oak, featuring a refined raised gallery with two small drawers, an open central compartment, and a spacious lower drawer.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Franlk Lloyd Wright Desk
Franlk Lloyd Wright Desk

Franlk Lloyd Wright Desk

$6,739

Franlk Lloyd Wright Desk

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Apeldoorn, GE

This elegant writing desk features two drawers and a rack, combining Wright's iconic design with modern functionality.

Category

Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Writing desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium c.1960
Writing desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium c.1960

Writing desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium c.1960

$6,966

Writing desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, Belgium c.1960

By Mobilier Universel, Jules Wabbes

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Elegant writing desk designed by Jules Wabbes and produced by Mobilier Universel, Belgium, circa 1960.

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE
VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

$1,144

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London This is a fine Victorian rosewood Davenport desk dating from the mid to late 19th century, a compact and elegant writing desk designed for both practicality an...

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20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

$2,904

Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant writing desk is a premier example of Bauhaus functionalist design, dating back to 1930s Czechoslovakia.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.

Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.

$2,498

Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s. Stylish and elegant writing desk in solid and veneered Nordic white oak attributed to Danish architec...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s
Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s

$2,440

Restored Art Deco Writing Desk, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Oak, Beech, Czech, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant writing desk, designed in the Art Deco style, comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1940s Writing Desk by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli Mobili, Cantu, Wax-Polished
1940s Writing Desk by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli Mobili, Cantu, Wax-Polished

1940s Writing Desk by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli Mobili, Cantu, Wax-Polished

$6,739

1940s Writing Desk by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli Mobili, Cantu, Wax-Polished

By Ico Parisi, Brugnoli Mobili Cantú

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Elegant writing desk with legs and frame in solid walnut, veneer teak wood the tops and partridge eye wood for the front drawer.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Teak

Elegant French Style Writing Desk
Elegant French Style Writing Desk

Elegant French Style Writing Desk

$2,076Sale Price|20% Off

Elegant French Style Writing Desk

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant French style writing desk with Louis XV lines in blond wood with silver leaf-painted table edge and feet. 3 drawers.

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Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arden
Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arden

Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arden

$1,350

Mid-Century Writing Desk by Arden

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Channel classic mid-century style with this elegant Writing Desk by Arden, a beautiful example of streamlined design and everyday functionality.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Demi-Lune Art Deco Desk in Black High Gloss Lacquered Wood, France 1930s
Demi-Lune Art Deco Desk in Black High Gloss Lacquered Wood, France 1930s

Demi-Lune Art Deco Desk in Black High Gloss Lacquered Wood, France 1930s

$5,112

Demi-Lune Art Deco Desk in Black High Gloss Lacquered Wood, France 1930s

Located in Ulm, DE

Thanks to its graceful demi-lune shape and modest dimensions, the desk is highly versatile in use: – as an entryway statement piece for keys, mail, or decorative objects – as a telep...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech

21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt

21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt

$6,044 / item

21st Century Anna Desk in Black Limed Oak, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Anna desk is an imposing and elegant writing desk. With a high gloss lacquered body that contrasts with the brushed oak top and feet with lime finish.

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Style Center Table or Desk in Lacquered and Gilded Wood, 19th Century
Louis XVI Style Center Table or Desk in Lacquered and Gilded Wood, 19th Century

Louis XVI Style Center Table or Desk in Lacquered and Gilded Wood, 19th Century

$5,298

Louis XVI Style Center Table or Desk in Lacquered and Gilded Wood, 19th Century

Located in NICE, FR

This versatile piece can serve as an elegant writing desk, a display table, or a refined centerpiece in a formal salon.

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Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk
An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk

An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk

$1,386

An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

An Elegant 2 Drawer Writing Table or Reception Desk The Desk stands on elegant reeded legs and has a moulded edge around top, beneath this there are two drawers to the front with b...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1950's Silvio Cavatorta elegant blond wood writing desk
1950's Silvio Cavatorta elegant blond wood writing desk

1950's Silvio Cavatorta elegant blond wood writing desk

$10,457

1950's Silvio Cavatorta elegant blond wood writing desk

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Milano, IT

Silvio Cavatorta (1899-1957) Elegant blond wood writing desk with two side drawers and magazine rack, original opaline glass top.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs
Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs

$15,000 / item

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Joel's Desk 5 Elegant, Doubles as Writing Table, Two Legs — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch NONO, renowned for its decade-long journey in redefining everyda...

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant
Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant

$2,822Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table Elegant

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique Georgian 18th Century Satin Walnut Bureau Desk Writing Table – a rare and exquisite piece featuring veneer on oak and elm construction. This charming bureau is full of age, ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers
Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

$3,671

Elegant early 20th century writing desk with brass details and three drawers

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant early 20th century writing desk crafted in hardwood and inspired by the refined lines of the Louis XVI period.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century Elegant Black Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in Louis XV, Beech
20th Century Elegant Black Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in Louis XV, Beech

20th Century Elegant Black Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in Louis XV, Beech

$4,953Sale Price|20% Off

20th Century Elegant Black Bureau Plat / Writing Desk in Louis XV, Beech

Located in Berlin, DE

20th century elegant black bureau plat / writing desk in Louis XV, beech Exclusive bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style Solid beechwood ebonized/blackened.

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style
20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style

20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style

$6,099

20th Century Elegant Veneered Bureau Plat or Writing Desk in Louis XV Style

Located in Berlin, DE

Elegant veneered bureau plat or desk in Louis XV style Solid beechwood and veneer. Very fine, floral bronze fittings. Curved and pronounced or arched wooden body. Frame base with...

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk
19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

$3,450

19th Century Swedish Writing Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant 19th-century Swedish writing desk exemplifies the timeless charm of Gustavian design, combining functionality with understated beauty.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker
Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker

Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker

$4,800

Elegant Neoclassical Desk by Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant neoclassical desk, designed for Baker, circa 1960s. It is a versatile size and would make a great desk, console table, dressing table, or vanity. It offers a nice amount of s...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay
Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay

Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay

$2,746

Mahogany Writing Desk with Satinwood Inlay

Located in Cheshire, GB

A fine quality Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring elegant satinwood inlay and a rich patina.

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Early 20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash

$1,675

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, ash, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk
Mid-Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk

Mid-Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk

$1,800

Mid-Century Walnut and Formica Top Writing Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant mid-century modern writing desk featuring a warm walnut wood frame and a durable Formica top.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Elegant X Base Desk or Console Table
Elegant X Base Desk or Console Table

Elegant X Base Desk or Console Table

$3,800

Elegant X Base Desk or Console Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant console table or desk, American, circa 1950s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a console table, desk, sofa table, bar, or vanity. It has been refinished in a...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Porada Contemporary Walnut Writing Desk, Made in Italy
Porada Contemporary Walnut Writing Desk, Made in Italy

Porada Contemporary Walnut Writing Desk, Made in Italy

$5,000

Porada Contemporary Walnut Writing Desk, Made in Italy

Located in Miami, FL

Elegant and minimalist writing desk by Porada, Made in Italy.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Elegant French Art Deco Desk circa 1930s
Elegant French Art Deco Desk circa 1930s

Elegant French Art Deco Desk circa 1930s

$4,850

Elegant French Art Deco Desk circa 1930s

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant French Art Deco Desk, France, circa 1930s. Stylish tapered leg form with geometric inlaid design between the drawers. Two deep locking drawers provide ample storage and it re...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut

$1,675

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash and Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, ash, walnut, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

1940's Elegant wooden desk by Paolo Buffa
1940's Elegant wooden desk by Paolo Buffa

1940's Elegant wooden desk by Paolo Buffa

$25,563

1940's Elegant wooden desk by Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Milano, IT

Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Elegant wooden desk with five drawers and turned wooden legs. Certificate from the Paolo Buffa archive. Manufactured by Galdino Maspero in 1940's.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

French Louis XVI Style Writing Desk with Gallery, 1960s
French Louis XVI Style Writing Desk with Gallery, 1960s

French Louis XVI Style Writing Desk with Gallery, 1960s

$2,079

French Louis XVI Style Writing Desk with Gallery, 1960s

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant Louis XVI-style writing desk dating to the Mid-20th century.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table
Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table

Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table

$3,400Sale Price|20% Off

Fine Arts Furniture Co. Elegant Mahogany Three Drawer Writing Table

By Fine Arts Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant and modern mahogany three drawer writing table from Fine Arts Furniture, Grand Rapids MI, a venerable name in Grand Rapids furniture history. Twisted Brass bar pulls with sim...

Category

20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany

$1,675

Elegant Italian Small Desk in Cherry and Mahogany

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Writing desk, cherry, mahogany, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s
Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s

Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s

$2,788

Restored Biedermeier Writing Desk, Spruce, Maple Veneer, Austria, 1830s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant Biedermeier writing desk comes from Austria from the early 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple, Lacquer, Spruce

19th Century Biedermeier Ash Writing desk, Austria - Vienna, Shellac
19th Century Biedermeier Ash Writing desk, Austria - Vienna, Shellac

19th Century Biedermeier Ash Writing desk, Austria - Vienna, Shellac

$1,394

19th Century Biedermeier Ash Writing desk, Austria - Vienna, Shellac

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant Biedermeier writing desk comes from Austria (Vienna) from the 19th century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Lacquer

Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk
Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk

Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk

$12,788

Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk

Located in London, GB

This elegant writing desk was created in France in the late 18th century, during the reign of King Louis XVI (1774-1792).

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Brass

1950's Vintage French Provincial Ladies Writing Desk - Gilt Wash
1950's Vintage French Provincial Ladies Writing Desk - Gilt Wash

1950's Vintage French Provincial Ladies Writing Desk - Gilt Wash

$1,690

1950's Vintage French Provincial Ladies Writing Desk - Gilt Wash

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1950's French Provincial Gilt Wash Elegant Ladies Writing Desk. 5 drawers with brass pulls.

Category

Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Custommade Writing Desk in Mahogany, Danish Cabinetmaker, Early 1900s
Antique Custommade Writing Desk in Mahogany, Danish Cabinetmaker, Early 1900s

Antique Custommade Writing Desk in Mahogany, Danish Cabinetmaker, Early 1900s

$4,680

Antique Custommade Writing Desk in Mahogany, Danish Cabinetmaker, Early 1900s

Located in Odense, DK

An elegant antique Danish writing desk crafted in richly mahogany, featuring a green felt inset writing surface.

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical
Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical

Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical

$15,000 / item

Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Elefante Desk 14 Elegant, Multi-Use Configuration, Asymmetrical — Introduction: Crafting Elegance with a Modernist Touch NONO, renowned for its decade-long journey in redefining e...

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Restored Mid-Century Writing Desk, Ash, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s
Restored Mid-Century Writing Desk, Ash, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s

Restored Mid-Century Writing Desk, Ash, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s

$1,336

Restored Mid-Century Writing Desk, Ash, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant Mid-Century writing desk originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Ash

19th Century Louis XV Style Writing Desk or Center Table
19th Century Louis XV Style Writing Desk or Center Table

19th Century Louis XV Style Writing Desk or Center Table

$2,320Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Louis XV Style Writing Desk or Center Table

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Extremely elegant Louis XV Style writing desk or center table, with a gracefully adorned floral marquetry and intricate borders on the tray, revealing a single drawer and elegantly c...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Biedermeier Mahogany Desk, Mid-19th Century, Germany, Elegant Design
Biedermeier Mahogany Desk, Mid-19th Century, Germany, Elegant Design

Biedermeier Mahogany Desk, Mid-19th Century, Germany, Elegant Design

$8,133

Biedermeier Mahogany Desk, Mid-19th Century, Germany, Elegant Design

Located in Greding, DE

An elegant Biedermeier desk crafted from mahogany. The piece features stylish forked legs connected by a smooth stretcher. Its rectangular tabletop includes a wide drawer fitted with...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Queen Anne Style Pennsylvania House Secretary Writing Desk in Cherry Wood
Queen Anne Style Pennsylvania House Secretary Writing Desk in Cherry Wood

Queen Anne Style Pennsylvania House Secretary Writing Desk in Cherry Wood

$1,250

Queen Anne Style Pennsylvania House Secretary Writing Desk in Cherry Wood

Located in Plainview, NY

Queen Anne Style Pennsylvania House Secretary Writing Desk in Cherry Wood Elegant vintage Pennsylvania House secretary / writing desk crafted in solid cherry wood with a rich polish...

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20th Century American Queen Anne Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Cherry

1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights
1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights

1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights

$12,781

1940's Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights

By Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2791 Guglielmo Ulrich (1904 -1977) Small elegant desk with extraordinary side uprights, four drawers on one side, brass handles and a reeded wood front. Arca Manufacture, Mila...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style
Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style

Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style

$4,682

Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style

Located in Berlin, DE

Elegant veneered bureau plat / desk in Louis XV style Solid beech wood and veneer. Very fine, floral bronze fittings. Curved and pronounced / arched wooden body. Frame base with fou...

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20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Rare Chestnut Wood Writing Desk by Italo Gamberini, Tuscany, Italy, 1940s
Rare Chestnut Wood Writing Desk by Italo Gamberini, Tuscany, Italy, 1940s

Rare Chestnut Wood Writing Desk by Italo Gamberini, Tuscany, Italy, 1940s

$8,017

Rare Chestnut Wood Writing Desk by Italo Gamberini, Tuscany, Italy, 1940s

By Italo Gamberini

Located in Brescia, Brescia

Elegant and highly refined writing desk designed by Italo Gamberini during the 1940s, an exceptional example of early Italian modernism where architectural rigor meets the warmth and...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk c.1880–1900, Dressing Table
Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk c.1880–1900, Dressing Table

Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk c.1880–1900, Dressing Table

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Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk c.1880–1900, Dressing Table

Located in Wisbech, England

With elegant proportions and clean classical lines, this versatile piece works beautifully as a writing desk, dressing table, or side table.

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Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

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Elegant Writing Desk Circa 1950
Elegant Writing Desk Circa 1950

Elegant Writing Desk Circa 1950

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H 28.75 in W 44.1 in D 23.43 in

Elegant Writing Desk Circa 1950

By Art Decor

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Writing Desk in a Black Lacquer and an authentic Red Leather on the top with a Modernist Lignes and Shapes, circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Leather

Writing Desk, Italy circa 1950
Writing Desk, Italy circa 1950

Writing Desk, Italy circa 1950

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H 30 in W 47 in D 19 in

Writing Desk, Italy circa 1950

By Ico Parisi

Located in Munich, DE

Elegant Writing Desk, Italy circa 1950, attr. to Ico Parisi, Santos rosewood polished, solid brass legs, brass rod, four drawers with brass ball handles elegant organic shaped side p...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Ethan Desk
Ethan Desk

Ethan Desk

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H 30 in W 70.9 in D 31.5 in

Ethan Desk

By FBC London

Located in London, GB

The Ethan is an elegant writing desk inspired by Florence, Italy.

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Printz Desk in Ivory Parchment and Black Oak by Elan Atelier (preorder)
Printz Desk in Ivory Parchment and Black Oak by Elan Atelier (preorder)

Printz Desk in Ivory Parchment and Black Oak by Elan Atelier (preorder)

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H 29.93 in W 22.25 in D 38.98 in

Printz Desk in Ivory Parchment and Black Oak by Elan Atelier (preorder)

Located in New York, NY

Made to order elegant writing desk or makeup table. Ten weeks production, plus international shipping.

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2010s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Modern Classic Ebony Glossy Wood Veneer Lapiaz Desk by Boca do Lobo
Modern Classic Ebony Glossy Wood Veneer Lapiaz Desk by Boca do Lobo

Modern Classic Ebony Glossy Wood Veneer Lapiaz Desk by Boca do Lobo

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H 29.93 in W 94.49 in D 55.12 in

Modern Classic Ebony Glossy Wood Veneer Lapiaz Desk by Boca do Lobo

By Boca Do Lobo

Located in New York, NY

An elegant writing desk finished in timeless wood veneer and exquisite polished brass surface details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elegant Thonet Writing Table

Elegant Thonet Writing Table

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H 30.32 in W 63 in D 30.71 in

Elegant Thonet Writing Table

By Thonet

Located in Vienna, AT

Desk, manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna Beech, mahogany stained and polished, leather, brass

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20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Elegant Bentwood Writing Table, circa 1905
Elegant Bentwood Writing Table, circa 1905

Elegant Bentwood Writing Table, circa 1905

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H 37.8 in W 42.52 in D 22.84 in

Elegant Bentwood Writing Table, circa 1905

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant bentwood writing table, manufactured by Jacob & Josef Kohn, Vienna, model number 500/6 Beech wood, stained and polished, with brass nails and fittings Lit.: cf Exhibition c...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech

Elegant and Sturdy Antique Walnut Writing Table
Elegant and Sturdy Antique Walnut Writing Table

Elegant and Sturdy Antique Walnut Writing Table

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H 28.5 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in

Elegant and Sturdy Antique Walnut Writing Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Little walnut writing table with fine old skiver top and intricate tooling. This table is 28 1/2" high which makes it the perfect height for use as a wine table, lamp table or for by...

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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

18th Century French Ladies Writing Desk
18th Century French Ladies Writing Desk

18th Century French Ladies Writing Desk

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H 26.25 in W 23 in D 14.7 in

18th Century French Ladies Writing Desk

Located in Houston, TX

Elegant French ladies writing table, or desk made in the Louis XVI style.

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk
Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk

Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk

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H 37.5 in W 31 in D 20 in

Antique Regency Style Mahogany and Leather Writing Desk

Located in Pasadena, CA

A collectible piece from bygone days, featuring the finest craftsmanship, materials, and design elements of its given era. Rich and elegant, this dapper writing desk is crafted from ...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk
19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk

19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk

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H 31.5 in W 52.37 in D 29.14 in

19th Century Napoleon III French Palisander, Rosewood and Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Firenze, Tuscany

An elegant French writing desk from Napoleon III era.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander, Rosewood, Walnut

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ladies Writing Desk Marquetry Inlay
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ladies Writing Desk Marquetry Inlay

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ladies Writing Desk Marquetry Inlay

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H 35.5 in W 25.5 in D 17 in

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ladies Writing Desk Marquetry Inlay

Located in Wells, ME

This diminutive, bombay, elegant writing desk has delicate cabriole legs with ormolu mounts and a brass gallery to the top surface.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Ormolu

English Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table
English Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table

English Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table

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H 28.74 in W 35.827 in D 19.291 in

English Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5596 Elegant antique writing desk / writing table of bow fronted design, having green tooled leather writing surface (showing minor signs of usage)and string inlaid and satinwood c...

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Early 20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Elegant Bonheur Du Jour with Porcelain
19th Century Elegant Bonheur Du Jour with Porcelain

19th Century Elegant Bonheur Du Jour with Porcelain

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H 58.27 in W 32.68 in D 19.69 in

19th Century Elegant Bonheur Du Jour with Porcelain

Located in Wels, AT

Beautiful and elegant lady's desk "Bonheur du jour." Ebonized wood, legs with four porcelain lady's.

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Antique 1880s Austrian High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Elegant Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Ebonized Bureauplat
Elegant Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Ebonized Bureauplat

Elegant Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Ebonized Bureauplat

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H 29.5 in W 61 in D 28 in

Elegant Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Ebonized Bureauplat

Located in San Francisco, CA

The rectangular top with tooled inset goatskin leather, “peau de chevre”; enhanced with a molded edge; over shaped frieze incorporating center long drawer and paired side drawers fit...

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Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Ladies Desk from Vienna, 1820s
Antique Ladies Desk from Vienna, 1820s

Antique Ladies Desk from Vienna, 1820s

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H 31.11 in W 50.01 in D 26.78 in

Antique Ladies Desk from Vienna, 1820s

Located in Senden, NRW

Elegant ladies desk or small writing table From Vienna.

Category

Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk by Sanyas et Popot
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk by Sanyas et Popot

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk by Sanyas et Popot

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H 30.32 in W 70.87 in D 33.27 in

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk by Sanyas et Popot

By Sanyas et Popot

Located in Vienna, AT

This elegantly crafted writing desk would make an eye-catching addition to any interior pieces, and could complement your living room or your office.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

French Empire Style Mahogany Bureau Plat
French Empire Style Mahogany Bureau Plat

French Empire Style Mahogany Bureau Plat

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H 32 in W 69 in D 44.5 in

French Empire Style Mahogany Bureau Plat

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

An elegant 19th century mahogany writing desk with inlaid leather writing pad in tabletop, with stamped outer acanthus leaf border and inner gold embossed fretwork border with additi...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany and Leather Small Bureau Plat RESTORED
19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany and Leather Small Bureau Plat RESTORED

19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany and Leather Small Bureau Plat RESTORED

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H 29.14 in W 35.83 in D 19.3 in

19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany and Leather Small Bureau Plat RESTORED

Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha

Elegant small Louis XVI writing desk with wheels, leather top with two side drawers and one central, with bronzes.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Cylinder Bureau Writing Desk from France
Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Cylinder Bureau Writing Desk from France

Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Cylinder Bureau Writing Desk from France

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H 49.22 in W 55.91 in D 38.19 in

Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Cylinder Bureau Writing Desk from France

Located in Vienna, AT

Very elegant freestanding antique French cylinder writing desk veneered with polished Acajou moucheté (fly mahogany) from the Louis XVI period.

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century, Napoleon III, Writing Desk in Inlaid Wood, Gilded Bronze
19th Century, Napoleon III, Writing Desk in Inlaid Wood, Gilded Bronze

19th Century, Napoleon III, Writing Desk in Inlaid Wood, Gilded Bronze

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H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 21.66 in

19th Century, Napoleon III, Writing Desk in Inlaid Wood, Gilded Bronze

Located in PALERMO, IT

Ancient and elegant small French writing desk from the 19th century, Napoleon III period, made of precious exotic wood with applications in gilded and finely chiselled bronze.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair
Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

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H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 24.41 in

Mid-Century Modern 1950s German Writing Desk Armchair

Located in Nurnberg, DE

Very elegant and comfortable German 1950s writing desk armchair with a beautiful Silhouette.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Secretary furniture in precious wood, stamped J. Popsel, Louis XV - 18th century
Secretary furniture in precious wood, stamped J. Popsel, Louis XV - 18th century

Secretary furniture in precious wood, stamped J. Popsel, Louis XV - 18th century

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H 90.56 in W 45.28 in D 18.12 in

Secretary furniture in precious wood, stamped J. Popsel, Louis XV - 18th century

By Jean Pöpsel

Located in HÉRIC, FR

The interior features a fixed shelf on cleats. Refined and elegant, this Parisian-quality writing desk by Popsel will delight you with its luminous fine woods and harmonious lines. ...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Gaetano Borsani Varedo Elegant writing desk in Italian Rationalist Style
Gaetano Borsani Varedo Elegant writing desk in Italian Rationalist Style

Gaetano Borsani Varedo Elegant writing desk in Italian Rationalist Style

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H 27.56 in W 41.74 in D 16.93 in

Gaetano Borsani Varedo Elegant writing desk in Italian Rationalist Style

By Gaetano Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2740 Gaetano Borsani Varedo Elegant writing desk in Italian Rationalist Style with lateral upright and two drawers on bottom, continuous band footboard that extends vertically ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar
Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar

Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar

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H 30 in W 47 in D 24 in

Art Deco French Elegant Writing Desk in Macassar

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful and elegant Art Deco Period French writing desk. Macassar veneer - table desk with shaped top; three drawers underneath.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Frau Arredamenti writing desk
Frau Arredamenti writing desk

Frau Arredamenti writing desk

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H 28.94 in W 80.71 in D 34.26 in

Frau Arredamenti writing desk

By 3V Arredamenti

Located in Brussel, BE

Elegant writing desk by Arredamenti with wood top hiding 2 black compartments and chromed legs.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Maison Jansen Writing Desk, circa 1960
Maison Jansen Writing Desk, circa 1960

Maison Jansen Writing Desk, circa 1960

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H 32.09 in W 35.43 in D 16.69 in

Maison Jansen Writing Desk, circa 1960

By Maison Jansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Very elegant writing desk attributed to Maison Jansen.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Elegant Leather Topped Mahogany Writing Desk with Curved Front
Elegant Leather Topped Mahogany Writing Desk with Curved Front

Elegant Leather Topped Mahogany Writing Desk with Curved Front

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H 29.25 in W 58.25 in D 28 in

Elegant Leather Topped Mahogany Writing Desk with Curved Front

By Sligh Furniture

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Very elegant writing desk with wonderful curved front and straight back having 4 drawers, gorgeous from every angle, with gold embossed leather top and reeded tapered legs.

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Vintage 1980s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer Beech Back-Treated Glass Italy 1950s
Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer Beech Back-Treated Glass Italy 1950s

Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer Beech Back-Treated Glass Italy 1950s

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H 31.11 in W 47.45 in L 31.11 in

Writing Desk Mahogany Veneer Beech Back-Treated Glass Italy 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant writing desk in mahogany veneered beech wood with compartment and drawer; back treated glass top.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

19th Century French Napoleon III Inlay Wood Golden Bronzes Desk or Writing Table
19th Century French Napoleon III Inlay Wood Golden Bronzes Desk or Writing Table

19th Century French Napoleon III Inlay Wood Golden Bronzes Desk or Writing Table

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H 28.75 in W 39.38 in D 26.38 in

19th Century French Napoleon III Inlay Wood Golden Bronzes Desk or Writing Table

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Elegant writing desk Napoleon III circa 1870s with refined inlays of floral taste.

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Antique 1870s Italian Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Paul Frankl Writing Desk/ Vanity by Johnson Furniture
Paul Frankl Writing Desk/ Vanity by Johnson Furniture

Paul Frankl Writing Desk/ Vanity by Johnson Furniture

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H 28 in W 40 in D 21 in

Paul Frankl Writing Desk/ Vanity by Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl

Located in Highland, IN

This elegant writing desk or vanity by Paul Frankl is very refined in its proportions and details.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Manufactured by Everest in the 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Manufactured by Everest in the 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Manufactured by Everest in the 1950s

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H 29.53 in W 45.28 in D 26.38 in

Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk Manufactured by Everest in the 1950s

By Everest

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

This elegant writing desk was manufactured by Everest in the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

A Severin Hansen, Rosewood Writing Desk, for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri Denmark 1950's
A Severin Hansen, Rosewood Writing Desk, for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri Denmark 1950's

A Severin Hansen, Rosewood Writing Desk, for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri Denmark 1950's

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H 29.14 in W 56.3 in D 28.35 in

A Severin Hansen, Rosewood Writing Desk, for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri Denmark 1950's

By Severin Hansen

Located in London, GB

A very Iconic and elegant writing desk, embracing all the simplicity in design which make for it's aesthetic beauty.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Impressive and Large Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 1970s 3-Drawer Executive Desk
Impressive and Large Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 1970s 3-Drawer Executive Desk

Impressive and Large Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 1970s 3-Drawer Executive Desk

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H 29.5 in W 84 in D 38 in

Impressive and Large Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 1970s 3-Drawer Executive Desk

By Roger Sprunger

Located in San Francisco, CA

An impressive and large Roger Sprunger for Dunbar 1970s rosewood 3-drawer executive desk with polished chrome supports; this sleek and elegant writing desk of well-figured and richly...

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Ebonized Desk in the Regency Style by Maison Jansen
Ebonized Desk in the Regency Style by Maison Jansen

Ebonized Desk in the Regency Style by Maison Jansen

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H 29.75 in W 54 in D 24 in

Ebonized Desk in the Regency Style by Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Writing Desk in Ebonized Wood by Jansen with Extension Panels at each end.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Italian Desk in Walnut with Glass Top, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Italian Desk in Walnut with Glass Top, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Italian Desk in Walnut with Glass Top, Italy, 1950s

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H 28.35 in W 49.22 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Italian Desk in Walnut with Glass Top, Italy, 1950s

Located in Firenze, IT

A charming and elegant writing desk produced in Tuscany, Italy, during the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Modernist Secretaire in Birch Burlwood Veneer, Finland 1954
Modernist Secretaire in Birch Burlwood Veneer, Finland 1954

Modernist Secretaire in Birch Burlwood Veneer, Finland 1954

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H 37.41 in W 31.5 in D 15.36 in

Modernist Secretaire in Birch Burlwood Veneer, Finland 1954

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice elegant writing desk or secretaire in the manner of Alvar Aalto, Finland 1954.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Desks and Writing Tables

Large Mid-Century Teak Desk by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s.
Large Mid-Century Teak Desk by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s.

Large Mid-Century Teak Desk by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s.

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H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in

Large Mid-Century Teak Desk by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s.

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo

Located in Asaa, DK

Attributed to Torbjørn Afdal, manufactured by Haug Snekkeri for Bruksbo Norway. Large timeless elegant writing desk custom made for Norwegian oil company in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Paul Frankl Style Writing Desk
Paul Frankl Style Writing Desk

Paul Frankl Style Writing Desk

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H 27 in W 60 in D 24 in

Paul Frankl Style Writing Desk

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant writing desk in the style of Paul Frankl features an hourglass-shaped cork top, french polished mahogany wood and brass feet.

Category

20th Century American Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Marquetry Table with Drawer Baroque Revival, Austria, circa 1850
19th Century Marquetry Table with Drawer Baroque Revival, Austria, circa 1850

19th Century Marquetry Table with Drawer Baroque Revival, Austria, circa 1850

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H 30.9 in W 37.2 in D 24.41 in

19th Century Marquetry Table with Drawer Baroque Revival, Austria, circa 1850

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

An additional hidden drawer finalizes the fantastic appearance of this mid-19th century table. Useable as small, elegant writing desk, decorative side table or coffee table, this ex...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Nutwood, Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk
Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk

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H 28.5 in W 58.25 in D 30 in

Scandinavian Modern Teak Desk

By Bent Silberg Mobler

Located in Trenton, NJ

Consider the possibilities: an organized and stylish workspace, a platform for your creative pursuits, or an elegant writing desk. The versatility of this desk makes it an ideal choi...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Writing Desk with Leather Top, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Writing Desk with Leather Top, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Writing Desk with Leather Top, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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H 29.5 in W 44.5 in D 22 in

Writing Desk with Leather Top, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Located in Peabody, MA

Elegant writing desk in bleached mahogany with leather wrap-around top, and leather pulls.

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Vintage 1940s American Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Elegant Leather Clad Writing Desk
Elegant Leather Clad Writing Desk

Elegant Leather Clad Writing Desk

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H 29.75 in W 33.75 in D 21.75 in

Elegant Leather Clad Writing Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

Flip top writing desk with embossed leather interior and brass hardware.

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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Portois and Fix Writing Desk Armchair Kohn Art Nouveau Vienna made circa 1905
Portois and Fix Writing Desk Armchair Kohn Art Nouveau Vienna made circa 1905

Portois and Fix Writing Desk Armchair Kohn Art Nouveau Vienna made circa 1905

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H 29.52 in W 46.45 in D 25.19 in

Portois and Fix Writing Desk Armchair Kohn Art Nouveau Vienna made circa 1905

By Portois & Fix

Located in Vienna, AT

Art nouveau most elegant writing desk with chair. Desk made by Portois & Fix (number 4953) / Vienna: Referring firm label made by brass existing.

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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Beech, Mahogany

Guglielmo Ulrich elegant walnut writing desk
Guglielmo Ulrich elegant walnut writing desk

Guglielmo Ulrich elegant walnut writing desk

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H 28.35 in W 51.97 in D 21.66 in

Guglielmo Ulrich elegant walnut writing desk

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

COD-z85 Guglielmo Ulrich Elegant walnut writing desk with beautiful floor cross and 4 shaped drawers, bronze handles.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk
Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk

Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk

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H 28.5 in W 48 in D 24.5 in

Elegant French Deco Style Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Sophisticated French Deco style rosewood veneer writing desk having gorgeous silhouette and unusual white lacquer trim on the legs and feet as well as single drawer. Finished front ...

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Elegant Theodore Alexander Roll Top Writing Desk
Elegant Theodore Alexander Roll Top Writing Desk

Elegant Theodore Alexander Roll Top Writing Desk

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H 41.5 in W 27.5 in D 18 in

Elegant Theodore Alexander Roll Top Writing Desk

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Hopewell, NJ

The writing surface is yummy cognac leather. Elegant fluted legs and handsome brass gallery and hardware.

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1990s American Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair
Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair

Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair

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H 30 in W 39.5 in D 19 in

Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Buffalo, NY

Elegant Heywood Wakefield Ladies Writing Desk & Chair..

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.
Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.

Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.

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H 37.41 in W 29.14 in D 19.69 in

Elegant women's writing desk, France, circa 1900.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Elegant women's desk, France, circa 1900. Very good condition. Wood: walnut Dimensions: height: 95 cm, width: 74 cm, depth: 50 cm

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Burled Wood Writing Desk designed by Tommi Parzinger
Burled Wood Writing Desk designed by Tommi Parzinger

Burled Wood Writing Desk designed by Tommi Parzinger

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H 29 in W 47 in D 24 in

Burled Wood Writing Desk designed by Tommi Parzinger

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Fine, elegant writing desk designed by Tommi Parzinger in the 1960's.

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Vintage 1960s American Desks

Materials

Brass

Elegant Maison Jansen Style Black Lacquered Writing Desk
Elegant Maison Jansen Style Black Lacquered Writing Desk

Elegant Maison Jansen Style Black Lacquered Writing Desk

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Elegant Maison Jansen Style Black Lacquered Writing Desk

By Maison Jansen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Stunning black laquered heavy beautifully constructed desk in the style of Maison Jansen having brass legs, hardware and trim that's a striking contrast and compliment to the black d...

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Elegant Classicist Writing Desk from the Early 19th Century
Elegant Classicist Writing Desk from the Early 19th Century

Elegant Classicist Writing Desk from the Early 19th Century

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H 33.47 in W 48.04 in D 31.11 in

Elegant Classicist Writing Desk from the Early 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Elegant Bohemia Classicist Writing Desk from the early 19th Century.

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Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration
Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration

Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration

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Elegant 19th Century Writing Desk with Neo-Japanese Decoration

Located in Sofia, BG

Rare and very elegant French 19th century drop-front writing desk in natural wood with neo-Japanese decoration of birds and branches.

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Elegant French Cherry Writing Desk with Green Tooled Leather
Elegant French Cherry Writing Desk with Green Tooled Leather

Elegant French Cherry Writing Desk with Green Tooled Leather

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H 46.75 in W 43 in L 46.75 in

Elegant French Cherry Writing Desk with Green Tooled Leather

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An usually pretty cherrywood French desk having a second tier attached to the writing surface with cubbies, little drawers and arched door with glass revealing in inner compartment. ...

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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Elegant Carved Walnut French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk
Elegant Carved Walnut French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Elegant Carved Walnut French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

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H 29.5 in W 39.5 in D 22.5 in

Elegant Carved Walnut French Louis XV Antique Writing Desk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Lovely and versatile size in this antique carved walnut French Louis XV writing desk. Bought in Lyon, France, the carved, beveled edge top features a lovely rectangular inlaid patter...

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Elegant Decorative Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Victorian Style
Elegant Decorative Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Victorian Style

Elegant Decorative Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Victorian Style

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H 29.93 in W 50.01 in D 29.93 in

Elegant Decorative Burr Walnut Writing Table Desk Victorian Style

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant writing table in the Victorian manner, reminiscent of the Gillows style, dating from the last quarter of the 20th century.

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Ivory lacquer 1940's desk with swag hardware

Ivory lacquer 1940's desk with swag hardware

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H 30 in W 48 in D 19 in

Ivory lacquer 1940's desk with swag hardware

Located in St. Louis, MO

Elegant writing desk with nickel swag hardware on drawers in the manner of Tommi Parzinger.

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$1,660

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FINLEY Shade Ceramic Large Table Lamp, Textured Black Lava Glaze by Kalin Asenov

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French Louis XV Style Kingwood Bombay Writing Table Desk

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$2,950

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Antique Victorian Twin Drawer Oak Writing Table Desk 19th Century

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$1,850

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Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Leather Top Desk by Baker Furniture

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$3,295

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By Baker Furniture Company

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Located in Phoenix, AZ

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French Game Table Napoleon III Period - Louis XV Style - 19th Century - France

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Located in Swedesboro, NJ

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French Louis XV Bureau Plat Leather Top Desk With Mounted Bronze Ormolu

French Louis XV Bureau Plat Leather Top Desk With Mounted Bronze Ormolu

$2,130

H 30 in W 48.5 in D 25 in

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Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

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Louis XV Style Marquetry Desk with Leather Top, Circa 1850s

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$2,650

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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French Art Deco Chandelier Signed by G Leleu

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$16,500

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Located in North Bergen, NJ

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French Art Deco Desk in Mahogany and Satinwood

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Elegant Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the elegant writing desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every elegant writing desk was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an elegant writing desk, we have 133 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer elegant writing desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An elegant writing desk made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made elegant writing desk over the years, but those crafted by Paul Frankl, Baker Furniture Company and Haslev Mobelsnedkeri are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Elegant Writing Desk?

Prices for an elegant writing desk can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $645 and can go as high as $27,100, while the average can fetch as much as $4,800.

Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.

From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.

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